The older part of Harvard College Observatory as it appeared when the Shapleys took up residence

The older part of Harvard College Observatory as it appeared when the Shapleys took up residence (at right) in 1922. In the center is the dome for the 15 inch telescope, the twin for the largest refractor in the world when it was erected in 1846., Credit Line: Harvard College Observatory, courtesy of AIP Emilio Segrè Visual Archives
Abstract/Description: The older part of Harvard College Observatory as it appeared when the Shapleys took up residence (at right) in 1922. In the center is the dome for the 15 inch telescope, the twin for the largest refractor in the world when it was erected in 1846.
Subject(s): Observatories
Institution building
Telescopes
Reflecting telescopes
Outdoors
Harvard College Observatory
Date Created: circa 1922
Credit Line: Harvard College Observatory, courtesy of AIP Emilio Segrè Visual Archives
Catalog ID: Harvard College Observatory H4